Sunway Startup and Idea Fest begins tomorrow, showcasing over 150 startups and innovations

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The two-day ‘Sunway Startup and Idea Fest 2025’ is set to begin on Thursday, November 13 (Kartik 27) at Anupam Foodland, Battisputali, Kathmandu.

The festival will feature the participation of over 150 startups and innovations from all seven provinces of Nepal.
Jointly organized by Living with ICT, ICT Foundation Nepal, and Squad of Changemaker, the event will showcase products and services related to software, robotics, drones, artificial intelligence (AI), rockets, and aerospace technologies.

The fest, which will run for two days (November 13 and 14 / Kartik 27 and 28), will also feature drone and robotics competitions along with a job fair.

More than 50 semifinalists of the ICT Award 2025—including those in the Startup, Product, Rising Star, and Social Innovation categories—will also be exhibiting their innovations. Visitors will have the opportunity to observe and vote for their favorite products and ideas during the event.

According to the organizers, the fest aims to promote Nepali startups, students, and innovators working within the country and to encourage entrepreneurship and innovation among youth.

Entry to the fest will be free of cost, allowing interested individuals to explore a wide range of creative technologies and innovations. Additionally, there will be product demo and networking sessions for investors interested in funding startups and innovative projects.

The event is expected to draw the participation of entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, policymakers, senior government officials, investors, and students.

Organizers believe the fest will serve as an important platform to understand the current landscape of Nepal’s startup and innovation ecosystem and to witness how Nepali youths are developing advanced technologies within the country.

Meanwhile, the ICT Award 2025, one of the most prestigious recognitions in Nepal’s information and communication technology sector, is currently undergoing the selection process across 15 categories. The organizers reported receiving over 700 online nominations for this year’s edition.